Jon Jeschke

JON CHARLES JESCHKE Our beloved son, brother and friend passed away in Seattle on May 7, 2008 after a sudden illness. Jon was preceded in death by his father, Laurence W. Jeschke, but survived by his mother, Bernita Jeschke, of Henderson, KY, his sister Teresa (Grady) Dickinson also of Henderson, a nephew, Christopher Dickinson, and a niece, Cynthia (Richard) Jameison, both of Bardstown, KY. He also leaves behind his soul mate, Cenci Miner, and her son, Charles Bates, along with his law enforcement family. Jon began his career in 1971, working for the Department of Natural Resources as a forest worker/warden in Lewis and Pierce counties during summer vacations while he was still in high school. He graduated from Eatonville High School in 1974, and continued his work with the DNR until 1978 when he enlisted in the U.S. Army and began his military service by becoming a utility helicopter repairman. Jon was honored with numerous awards for his outstanding performance and conduct during his service to his country. After processing out of active duty in August 1981, he joined the Army Reserve for an additional three years. In 1986 Jon was commissioned as a Washington State Fisheries Patrol Officer and spent three years at Long Beach, WA. In 1989, he moved to Chehalis as a Fisheries Patrol Officer. In 1994 the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife merged and Jon became a Fish and Wildlife Officer. It was in 1994 that Jon moved to Randle where he remained until his untimely death. This remarkable man, who was known and loved by so many, gave 37 years to public service. A memorial service celebrating Jon's life will be held on Monday, May 19th, 2008 at The Life Center of the Assembly of God Church at 1717 So. Union Ave., Tacoma, WA at 11:00am. Jon's interment will be in the Roy, WA cemetery at a later date.